Active SLED Opportunity · COLORADO · CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS
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City of Colorado Springs requests proposals for mowing services at Evergreen and Fairview Cemeteries. Electronic bids due by August 13, 2026. Prebid conference recommended July 22, 2026.
The City is looking for a Vendor to provide mowing services for Evergreen and Fiarview Cemeteries. Review the Attached Solicitation documents for specifics services requested. **Solicitation Type**: RFP - Request for Proposal (Formal) **Source ID**: PU.AG.USA.2288.C14573001 **Piggyback Contract**: No **Question Acceptance Deadline**: 07/27/2026 04:00 PM EDT **Questions are submitted online**: Yes **Bid Submission Type**: Electronic Bid Submission **Owner Organization**: Parks **Solicitation Number**: R25-059JW **Reference Number**: 0000430643 **Pricing**: Lump sum **Bid Documents List**: | Item Name | Description | Mandatory | Limited to 1 file | |---|---|---|---| | Exhibit 1 | Solicitation Qualifications Document | Yes | No | | Appendix A | Price Sheet | Yes | No | | Addenda | if applicable | No | No | **Pre-Bidding Events**: Event: Prebid Conference | Date: 07/22/2026 04:00 PM EDT | Location: Microsoft Teams Meeting **Questions and Answers**: | Question | Answer | |---|---| | Will the awarded contractor be allowed to stage equipment on site, including a Connex or similar storage container for mowers and related equipment? If so, will electrical access be available for routine maintenance such as sharpening mower blades? | Answered in Addendum 2 | | Does the City require the use of electric equipment for any portion of this contract and, if not required, can contractor use electric or autonomous equipment for this contract? | Answered in Addendum 2 | | Can the City provide an approximate number of interments at Evergreen and Fairview Cemeteries per week or per month during the mowing season? During interments, are there any contractor requirements related to mowing operations, such as avoiding certain areas or pausing work entirely nearby? | Answered in Addendum 2 | | Are there any specific maintenance or appearance requirements that must be completed before Memorial Day to prepare the cemeteries for holiday visitation? | Answered in Addendum 2 | | Can the City confirm whether plant growth regulators may be used under this contract to help manage trimming and maintenance, subject to approval and applicable product requirements? | Answered in Addendum 2 | | The RFP does not appear to specifically mention spring cleanups, fall cleanups, or leaf cleanups. Please confirm whether those services are included in this contract scope or would be handled separately. | Answered in Addendum 2 | | The scope identifies multiple native grass mowing types with different schedules and frequencies. Can the City provide a breakdown of acreage by each native mowing category for Evergreen and Fairview Cemeteries? | Answered in Addendum 2 | **Addendums**: | Addendum | Date | Note | |---|---|---| | Addendum No. 1 | 07/22/2026 11:31 AM EDT | | | Addendum No. 2 | 07/29/2026 03:47 PM EDT | |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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